Despite Haley Matthews’ heroines, the English White Wash West Indies
England Completed the dominant 3-0 clean sweep in the T20 International (T20I) series West Indiessecuring victory in the third and final matches on Chelmsford’s county ground. Despite a great all-round performance from the West Indies captain Haley MatthewsEngland’s consistent bowling offense ultimately proved too strong.
Heather Knight leads England to a competitive total
After winning the toss, the West Indies first chose the bowl. England posted a competitive total of 144/5 in 20 overs. Heather Night. The former captain hits a resilient bat, earning an undefeated 66, runs just 47 balls, featuring seven fours and six balls. She was very supportive Natalie Cyber37 contributed to the 40 deliveries, and Amy JonesWho added 22 off 22 from 17 balls. The West Indies bowling efforts were led by Matthews. Matthews was exceptional with a 3 wicket number with 32 runs from four overs. Jahazara Claxton I was also impressed by how he took a wicket with just 15 runs.
West Indies lacks 17 runs
It was a one-woman show from the captain chasing 145 for the West Indies women’s innings. Despite losing the opener Qiana Joseph For the golden duck Lauren Bell On the first ball, Matthews launched a brave offensive, earning an epic 71 run from 54 balls, including the 11th and six. However, the substantial lack of support from the other side prevented the West Indies’ pursuit. meanwhile Realeanna Grimmond (15) Shabika Gajinavi (14) Provided short resistance, and the English bowler maintained strict control.
The England bowling attack was clinical, with all four main bowlers claiming two wickets each. Lauren Bell led the way with a 2/11 number from her four overs, but Emily Arlotte, Charlotte Dean and Lindsay Smith He also effectively suppressed the West Indies’ scoring opportunities and tipped them with two wickets. Consistent pressure from the English bowlers meant that despite Matthews’ brave efforts, the West Indies could only reach 127/8 in 20 overs.
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Matthews’ outstanding all-round performance (71 runs and 3 wickets) won the bittersweet award, considering her team’s defeat. England’s victory secured a decisive 3-0 series whitewash following an eight-wicket victory with a second T20I and nine-wicket victory.
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The focus will shift to the long format as we prepare for the first ODI scheduled for the county ground where the West Indies will appear to bounce back on Friday, May 30th.
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